Bahnhofkirche, Zurich

Name: Bahnhofkirche
Address: Zurich, Switzerland

#195 among attractions in Zurich

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The Bahnhofkirche in Zurich's main train station is an ecumenical institution offering interfaith hospitality. It was inaugurated in June 2001 as Switzerland's first station church.

The Bahnhofkirche is a chapel on the B-level of Zurich's main train station. It is equipped with about 20 seats. The area of the church includes other rooms, for example for conversations.

The aim of the station church is to offer people space and time for prayer and conversation in the anonymity of the station.

Coordinates: 47°22'41"N, 8°32'25"E

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Kreis 1 (City)Zurich Switzerland

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Bahnhofkirche – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum, Hedwig Fountain, Lindenhof.

~1630 ftS
Main street lined with high-end shops
Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, Bahnhofstrasse stands as one of the world's most luxurious shopping boulevards. This iconic street, stretching approximately 1.4 kilometers from Zurich Hauptbahnhof to Lake Zurich, is a beacon of high-end retail and architectural...
~480 ftN
Swiss history, crafts and furnishings
Swiss National Museum, Zurich
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, the Swiss National Museum stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and history. Housed in an impressive fairytale-like castle built in 1898, the museum's architecture is a stunning example of historicist design, drawing visitors into the...
~1870 ftS
Memorial
Hedwig Fountain, Zurich
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, the Hedwig Fountain stands as a testament to the city's rich history and artistic heritage. The fountain is not just an ordinary water feature; it is a piece of art that pays homage to Hedwig, the patron saint of Zurich.
~1810 ftS
Square
Lindenhof, Zurich
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, Lindenhof stands as a serene oasis and a historical square that offers a unique window into the city's past. This tranquil space, shaded by linden trees, not only provides a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of...
~1440 ftSW
Shopping, Department store
Jelmoli, Zurich
7 min walk • Jelmoli is a premier department store located in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland, renowned for its luxury shopping experience and rich heritage. Established in 1833 by Peter Jelmoli-Ciolina, the store has become a landmark of Swiss retail, offering a wide range of...
~1970 ftSE
Church, Huldrych Zwingli, Gothic architecture
Predigerkirche Zürich, Zurich
10 min walk • The Predigerkirche Zürich is a notable historical landmark nestled in the heart of Zurich, Switzerland. This church, with its origins dating back to the 13th century, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage.
0.4 miSW
Synagogue
Synagoge Zürich Löwenstrasse, Zurich
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0.4 miS
Bridge
Rathausbrücke, Zurich
12 min walk • Rathausbrücke is a pedestrian bridge which crosses the river Limmat in Zürich, Switzerland. It is colloquially named Gmüesbrugg, and is a popular public square connecting Limmatquai, and the Weinplatz plaza and the historical Schipfe quarter.
~1360 ftS
Observatories and planetariums, Museum
Urania Sternwarte, Zurich
7 min walk • Urania Sternwarte is a public observatory in the Lindenhof quarter of Zürich, Switzerland. Its name Urania refers to the muse of astronomy in Greek mythology.
~840 ftN
Park
Platzspitz park, Zurich
5 min walk • The Platzspitz park is a park in Zurich, located next to the Swiss National Museum.
0.4 miS
Church, Gothic architecture, Gothic Revival architecture
Augustinerkirche, Zurich
11 min walk • Augustinerkirche was once one of the five main churches in the old town of Zürich, Switzerland, together with Fraumünster, Grossmünster, Predigern and St. Peter's. First built around 1270 as a Romanesque church belonging to the Augustinian abbey, on occasion of the Reformation in Zürich worship in the church was discontinued.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bahnhofkirche?

Nearby attractions include Swiss National Museum, Zurich (3 min walk), Bahnhofbrücke, Zurich (4 min walk), Platzspitz park, Zurich (5 min walk), Central, Zurich (5 min walk).

How to get to Bahnhofkirche by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bahnhofkirche:

Train

Zürich Hauptbahnhof (2 min walk)
Zürich HB SZU (2 min walk)

Bus

Bahnhofplatz/HB • Lines: N2, N8 (2 min walk)
Central • Lines: N13 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Bahnhofplatz/HB • Lines: 31 (2 min walk)
Bahnhofquai/HB • Lines: 46 (3 min walk)

Tram

Bahnhofplatz/HB • Lines: 10, 14, 17, 3 (2 min walk)
Bahnhofquai/HB • Lines: 11, 13, 14, 17, 4, 6 (2 min walk)

Ferry

Zürich Landesmuseum (3 min walk)
Zürich Limmatquai (10 min walk)

Light rail

Bahnhof Stadelhofen • Lines: S18 (23 min walk)
Kreuzplatz • Lines: 11, 8, S18 (29 min walk)